SPCA of Luzerne County (PA).
The SPCA of Luzerne County in northeastern Pennsylvania is a non-profit organization that is an open-admission shelter. We are searching for an Executive Director with shelter experience to manage all aspects of shelter operations. They should have shelter experience and be dedicated to saving the lives of neglected and abandoned animals. The Director will be responsible for providing leadership to a paid staff and volunteers, promoting fundraising through solicitations, encouraging community involvement and obtaining grants. In addition the Director must have experience working with municipalities, animal control, and writing contracts.
Send resume and salary requirements to:
Amy Roberts HR Director;
c/o A. Rifkin Co.;
PO Box 878;
Wilkes Barre, PA 18702;
Or email aroberts@arifkin.com

Purpose of Position: Provide overnight medical care and treatment for animals.
Collect samples for testing and perform laboratory tests.
Take and develop x-rays.
Medicate, vaccinate, and treat animals as prescribed by veterinarian.
Administer anesthesia and monitor animals under anesthesia.
Assist veterinarians in medical and surgical procedures. This includes using proper restraint.
Provide medical assistance and counseling to patrons.
Use and maintain medical equipment.
Perform physical examination of animals.
Perform data entry to update animal records.
Clean and maintain work areas.
Required-
Associate’s degree in veterinary technology or equivalent experience.
Completion of a veterinary technician internship or comparable experience.
Working knowledge of current veterinary practices.
Strong interpersonal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
High attention to detail.

Per Diem Animal Control Officer: The Borough of Hopatcong currently has the need to recruit per diem Animal Control Officers. Applicants should possess the necessary training and certification for this position. Please forward your resume, a copy of your certification(s), and a list of three references to the Borough of Hopatcong Police Department, 111 River Styx Road, Hopatcong, NJ 07843. Please make to the attention of “Animal Control Officer” or deliver to the police department at the address above in an envelope marked “Animal Control Officer Per Diem Position”. No phone calls or faxes will be accepted.

Other duties may be assigned.
Perform physical exams, laboratory procedures including the use of a microscope, blood and dental machines.
Initiation of emergency medical practices as necessary.
Calculate and prepare medications for patients.
Induce and maintain animals under anesthesia. Ensure that all animals are monitored while under anesthesia. Assist veterinarian during surgery.
Ensure that each animal receives the proper vaccinations.
Perform admitting and discharge duties for public and shelter animals.
Calculate and draw pre-anesthetic/anesthetic drugs prior to surgery.
Maintain controlled substances log.
Responsible for the surgical preparation of patients, including sterilization, administration of pre-surgical injections.
Maintain proper paperwork and medical records as required by law.
Euthanize and/or assist with euthanasia of animals as needed in accordance with PHS/SPCA policies and procedures.

The Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region (HSPPR) is seeking a dynamic Shelter Manager that is passionate and dedicated to the care and protection of domesticated animals for its Pueblo Animal Services location in Pueblo, Colorado. The Shelter Manager position oversees and manages the shelter’s animal population and is responsible for the operations, planning, development and training for the animal care and customer service departments.
The Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region DBA/ Pueblo Animal Services has served the Pueblo County and the City of Pueblo areas since 2002 and cares for more than 6,000 animals annually. For more than 60 years,
Applicants must have a Bachelors or Associates degree, although 3-4 years of directly related experience may replace the degree. Three years of supervisory and/or leadership experience in a shelter environment is a must.

PETA is hiring a Captive Wildlife Specialist to help develop campaigns involving animals kept in zoos, circuses, and similar captive-animal attractions & to investigate, advise on, and intervene in a wide range of abuse and neglect cases involving captive animals.
Please visit https://www.appone.com/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=956286 to see a complete job description & to apply online.

The City of Hutchinson’s Animal Services division was created in 2006 and has the current capacity of sheltering 40 dogs, 36 cats, 12 holding cages for stray cats or other species, 6 isolation cat cages, 4 dog isolation cages, and 17 intake kennels.
This management position is responsible for directing the operations of Animal Services which encompasses the animal shelter and animal control enforcement activities along with supervision of four shelter technicians, three Animal Control Officers and numerous volunteers. This position is also responsible for ensuring consistent enforcement of animal control codes by staff; coordinating veterinary care, and euthanasia as needed; administration of the animal licensing program; developing effective public education/prevention programs; and building close relationships with other animal rescues and volunteer organizations.
Interested persons may apply on-line at www.hutchgov.com/employment. EEO/ AA Employer

Develops and implements division policies and procedures. Interprets and ensures division compliance with all City policies and procedures, standards of quality and safety, and all applicable city, state and federal laws and regulations, and city ordinances. Plans, assigns, supervises, coordinates, and participates in the enforcement of City ordinances governing care and shelter of animals. Monitors expenditures, and ensures the maintenance of accurate and complete financial records. Assists in preparing and administering the division's annual budget. Designs, recommends and implements long-term strategies to increase live release, improve animal care and public education, provide low cost veterinary care. Prepares a variety of periodic and special reports regarding department activities. Supervises the procurement and maintenance of an adequate inventory of supplies, tools and equipment. Maintains inventory records

Performs skilled professional work supervising a specialized group of support staff who check and monitor animals received at the Animal Care Center(s). This is responsible veterinary medical work performing veterinary services for the Animal Services and Enforcement. Work involves a broad variety of clinical and laboratory activities, including surgery. Employees in this class exercise medical judgment and skill in the independent performance of their duties for the care and treatment of animals within the shelter or during emergencies.

PETA seeks a field worker to respond to calls from Virginia and North Carolina residents seeking assistance with various animal issues. Field workers are responsible for providing assistance with companion animal care, picking up injured or unwanted animals (including wildlife), trapping feral animals, providing owner-requested euthanasia, and conducting investigations involving neglected or abused animals. Additional Duties may also include transporting animals to and from spaying or neutering appointments and other veterinary appointments and filing complaints with animal control agencies in situations that require legal intervention and following up to ensure that action is taken.
The ideal candidate will have basic animal-handling skills and euthanasia certification (on-the-job training will be provided).
To view the complete job description and apply online, please visit:
https://www.appone.com/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=956860